Multi-Axis turning (turning about two non parallel axis)
Multi-Axis turning (turning about two non parallel axis)
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I am looking for a technique, machine, or part (e.g. collet) that would allow me to turn a rod about at least two non parallel axis. Does anyone know of one and could point me to the right direction? What I am trying to get is a single cross section at a different orientation (<10 degrees). It would be similar to bending a rod (except I can't bend it).
In woodworking this is refereed to as multiaxis or twisted axis (see http://web.hypersurf.com/~charlie2/Turning/MultiCe...).
In woodworking this is refereed to as multiaxis or twisted axis (see http://web.hypersurf.com/~charlie2/Turning/MultiCe...).





RE: Multi-Axis turning (turning about two non parallel axis)
RE: Multi-Axis turning (turning about two non parallel axis)
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You could run the cross slide from a crank geared to the spindle. At 1:1 you get an offset circle. At other integral ratios you get polygons, sort of.
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You could just mill whatever you can dream of in a 3-axis CNC mill with a rotary axis added.
Mike Halloran
Pembroke Pines, FL, USA
RE: Multi-Axis turning (turning about two non parallel axis)